‘Abigail’s Party’ transfers to West End

Menier Chocolate Factory revival set for Wyndham's Theater

The Menier Chocolate Factory revival of “Abigail’s Party,” Mike Leigh’s 1970s comedy of marital discord, will transfer to the West End’s Wyndham’s Theater from May 15.

Helmed by Lindsay Posner and designed by Mike Britton, the transfer of the show which opened in London in March is produced by Theater Royal Bath Productions and Chocolate Factory Productions. The five-strong cast headed by Jill Halfpenny will all transfer with the show.

The production will follows “The King’s Speech,” which is shuttering early on May 12.